Antique Khorassan Persian Allover Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1880 BB9019 10'2" × 13'0" $65,000

Antique Persian Khorassan carpet, circa 1880, hand-knotted in wool, reflects the refined decorative tradition for which northeastern Persian weaving is admired. Its warm tan ground gives the rug an inviting, sun-washed character, while the aged surface adds the softness and depth collectors seek in an antique rug.

Rather than centering the composition on a medallion, the design unfolds as an allover floral trellis. Powder blue vines loop across the field in a graceful lattice, gathering small blossoms, rosettes, and palmettes into a formal yet relaxed repeat. The pattern has movement without feeling busy, so it settles beautifully into a room and works well beneath furniture.

A broad border in cool blue, cream, and earthy brown frames the field with clear hierarchy. Delicate floral details and scrolling accents give the perimeter a rhythmic counterpoint to the warmer center, while the time-softened palette of tan, taupe, light blue, and ivory lends the carpet an elegant, collected presence suited to both traditional and layered contemporary interiors.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.